A bread formula requires two kinds of flour: white bread flour and whole wheat flour. The quantity of white bread flour indicated in the formula is 73%. The quantity of whole wheat flour needed is _______.
A) 23%
B) 27%
C) 73%
D) It is impossible to tell from the information given in the question.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The total percentage of flour must equal 100%. Since 73% is white bread flour, the remaining percentage for whole wheat flour is 100% - 73% = 27%.

A Bread Formula Requires Two Kinds of Flour: White Bread